New to lace frontals? Here’s the ultimate beginner’s guide to flawless installation!

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Laying your lace frontal wig is a fascinating and intricate art.

The goal is to make the frontal look like your natural hair, blending in with your hairline effortlessly. This art requires precision, dedication, and a keen eye for detail because a seamless and flawless lace frontal doesn’t happen by accident.

Every step, from preparation to final touches, is crucial. This beginner’s guide will explore every aspect of this process. We’ll list all the tools you need, explain their purpose, and provide a detailed, step-by-step process to help you lay your lace frontal like a renowned hair stylist.

Whether you’re a novice or have some experience, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to master the art of laying a lace frontal wig. Let’s dive in!

Tools you’ll need:

• Got2b Gel
• Blow Dryer
• HD Lace Cap (or bald cap in your skin colour)
• Scissors
• Foundation (matching your skin tone)
• Adhesive Spray
• Lace Wig
• Got2b Spray
• Tweezers
• Rat-tail Comb
• Elastic Band
• Edge Control
• Small Brush

Step 1: Preparing your natural hair

Start by gelling back your natural hair. Use the Got2b gel to slick all your hair back, ensuring that your edges are out of the way when you’re gluing on your lace. This step is crucial to avoid hair loss around your edges. After applying the gel, use a blow dryer on medium heat to set your hair in place.

Step 2: Applying the bald cap

The bald cap method is essential for creating a flawless base for your lace frontal wig. Follow these steps to apply the bald cap correctly:

1. Choosing the Right Cap: Select an HD lace cap for its superior blending capabilities or a bald cap that matches your skin tone. An HD lace cap is particularly effective as it is thin and less noticeable.
2. Positioning the Cap: Place the cap on your head, ensuring it covers your entire hairline and extends slightly past it. Push the cap forward as much as possible to secure it in place.
3. Cutting Around the Ears: Carefully make small holes behind each ear and gently pull the cap over your ears. This ensures the cap lays flat and snug against your scalp. Be cautious not to cut too much; a tiny hole stretches the cap over your ears without creating excess slack.
4. Securing the Cap: To secure the cap, use Got2b gel or an adhesive spray around the perimeter of your hairline. Apply the gel or spray before your hairline and tap it into the cap to help it adhere smoothly. This step is crucial to ensure the cap does not move during installation.
5. Blending the Cap: Use a blow dryer in a relaxed setting to dry the adhesive. This helps the cap blend seamlessly with your skin, creating a smooth and even base. If any parts of the cap lift, apply more adhesive and press it down firmly.
6. Trimming Excess Cap: Use scissors to trim any excess cap material carefully once the cap is securely in place and dry. Cut along the edge where the adhesive ends, following the natural curve of your hairline. Avoid cutting in a straight line to create a more natural and gradual transition.

Step 3: Blending the bald cap

Apply a foundation that matches your skin tone to make the cap blend seamlessly with your skin. This step is essential if your bald cap is not a perfect match for your skin. Apply the foundation all over the cap, particularly around the edges.

Step 4: Securing the bald cap

Use an adhesive spray to secure the bald cap with the foundation in place. Spray a little adhesive before your hairline, tapping it in as you spray to help it melt into your skin. This is where the HD cap shines, ensuring a flawless finish. Use a blow dryer on the cool setting to set the adhesive and ensure everything stays in place.

Step 5: Preparing the lace wig

Before applying your wig, use the same foundation shade all over the lace part of your frontal.

This ensures that everything matches your skin tone perfectly, creating a seamless look. Spray Got2b over the place where you just applied the foundation to keep it in place and prevent it from transferring to your forehead or glue, which could make your installation look cakey.

Step 6: Cutting the bald cap

Carefully cut the bald cap where the adhesive ends, being cautious not to cut in a straight line.

This helps to ensure a more natural look. Trim any excess lace that is not laid flat on your head.

Step 7: Applying the lace wig

Adjust the lace wig to your head until it sits perfectly. Use a rat-tail comb to part your wig and ensure the parting looks natural. Once you’re satisfied with the positioning, lift the lace and apply adhesive spray along your hairline. Press the lace down into the adhesive, tapping it to help it blend seamlessly with your skin. Use a blow dryer on the cool setting to set the adhesive.

Step 8: Securing the lace wig

After the lace is secured, use an elastic band to tie it down along your hairline. This step is crucial for melting the lace into your skin. Leave the elastic band on for 10-15 minutes to ensure the lace is firmly secured.

Step 9: Make sure the lace frontal lays flat

You know we are going for that ultra-flawless look, so you want to make sure your frontal lays as flat on your head as it can. You can achieve this by using a hot comb to comb through it again.

Step 10: Styling your lace frontal

I prefer to style my lace frontal wig before even wearing it, but if that’s not you, now is the time to get those curls, make it extra straight, or any other styling of your choice.

Step 11: Final touches

Finish by spraying a light mist of Got2b spray over your entire hairline to ensure everything stays in place. If there are still traces of lace that don’t match your skin tone, use your foundation to touch it once more, then use the blow dryer on the cool setting one last time to set the spray.

Securing your lace frontal wig with the bald cap method is a game-changer for achieving a flawless, natural look. With the right tools and this step-by-step guide, you’re well on your way to mastering this art. It’s essential to be patient and take your time with each step to ensure the best results. Remember, practise makes perfect. The more you practise, the more comfortable and skilled you’ll become at laying your lace frontal. This method protects your natural hair and enhances the overall appearance of your wig, giving you the confidence to switch up your style effortlessly.